This has to be the first question you ask yourself!  Lets look at the structure of a Rottweiler and then you have some questions to ask yourself!

The Rottweiler.

The Rottweiler falls into the Working Dog category.

He is one of the best examples of an all purpose working dog in existence.

The peasant farmer is responsible for the creation of the Rottweiler – he needed a dog who could herd livestock, protect the profits on the way back from the market, be a draught dog and also excellent with the family. Tall order isn’t it but the Rottweiler fits into this description beautifully!

However, it’s vital to remember that the Rottweiler is a WORKING dog – these dogs require much more stimulation than other breeds.

He is an extremely intelligent dog and he is not given to being bullied or pressurised.

You need to train your Rottweiler mentally not with forceful methods – if you try you will be presented with stubborn refusal.

It’s extremely important to keep his mind active, however this is not by taking them for long walks. There are simple games and activities you can do in the garden to keep him happy and stimulated. 

So you have an intelligent dog here - are you up to it?

	Do you want a Rottweiler for a guard dog?
	Do you want a Rottweiler for the image it will give you?
	If the answer to any of these questions is "yes", then don't buy one - a Rottweiler is not for you.
	Can you spend time training a Rottweiler?
	Do you understand his mental needs?
	Have you a calm temperament, authoritive in a quiet way?

If the answer to these questions is "yes", then a Rottweiler could well be the right dog for you.